A Man Called Horse : John Horse and the Black Seminole Underground Railroad.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Turner, Glennette Tilley.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Florida--Biography--Juvenile literature.

Florida.

Horse, John, 1812-1882--Juvenile literature.

Horse, John.

Black Seminoles--Biography--Juvenile literature.

Black Seminoles.

Black Seminoles--History--Juvenile literature.

Black Seminoles--Government relations--Juvenile literature.

Slavery--Florida--History--Juvenile literature.

Slavery.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (74 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

A Man Called Horse

Place of Publication:

New York, NY : Abrams, Inc., 2021.

Summary:

"A daring account of Black Seminole warrior, chief, and diplomat John Horse and the route he forged on the Underground Railroad to gain freedom for his people. John Horse (c. 1812-1882, also known as Juan Caballo) was a famed chief, warrior, tactician, and diplomat who played a dominant role in Black Seminole affairs for half a century. His story is central to that of the Black Seminoles--descendants of Seminole Indians, free Blacks, and escaped slaves who formed an alliance in Spanish Florida. A political and military leader of mixed Seminole and African heritage, Horse defended his people from the U.S. government, other tribes, and slave hunters. 'A Man Called Horse' focuses on the little-known life of Horse while also putting into historical perspective the larger story of Native Americans and especially Black Seminoles, helping to connect the missing "dots" in this period. After fighting during the Second Seminole War (1835-1842), one of the longest and most costly Native American conflicts in U.S. history, Horse negotiated terms with the federal government and later became a guide and interpreter. Forced to relocate, he led a group of Black Seminoles to find a new home, first heading westward to Texas and later to Mexico. Turner worked with descendants of Horse, who provided oral histories as well as many photographs and other artifacts. Her expertly researched and vetted biography depicts Horse as a complex, fascinating figure who served in many varied roles, including as a counselor of fellow Seminole leaders, an agent of the U.S. government, and a captain in the Mexican army. But no matter the part he played, one thing remained constant: whether in battle or at the negotiating table, Horse fought tirelessly to help his people survive. The story of John Horse is a tale of daring, intrigue, and the lifelong quest for freedom. The book includes black-and-white archival photos throughout (though the book is designed in full color), as well as a map, timeline, author's note, endnotes, and select bibliography"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Who Are The Seminole?

Introduction

Key Locations In John Horse's Life

Chapter 1: Florida

The First Seminole War

The Second Seminole War

The End of the War

Chapter 2: The West and Washington

From Warrior to Interpreter

Return to the West Territory

First Trip to Washington

Chapter 3: Mexico

The Two Nations

A New Life

Chapter 4: Texas

Arrival

Life in Texas

Chapter 5: Return To Mexico

The Later Years

The Final Journey

Epilogue: Lasting Legacy

Indian Territory/Oklahoma

Florida

Texas

Mexico

More About The Story

Timeline

Author's Note

Notes

Select Bibliography

Illustration Credits

Acknowledgments

Index of Searchable Terms.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9781647004958

1647004950

OCLC:

1268950936